MV Windward

From Surf Trips to Dive Expeditions – One Versatile Vessel

Commercial Marine Operations / Surf Charter

MV Windward

Built

1972 Rebuilt 1996 major Refit 2010
Flag Registry

Dominica
Port of Registry

Portsmouth
Boat Size

80 ft

The Windward, currently mobilizing from Majuro in the Marshall Islands, serves as a cornerstone of the Indies Trader Fleet, combining commercial marine operations with essential support for our private island Beran Island. Originally built as a trawler and later serving as a pearling mothership, she has been fully transformed into a purpose-built vessel for remote watersports and marine operations. Her size and design make the Windward ideal for large groups, offering comfortable, stable conditions for full days of watersports, exploration, or commercial missions. The expansive covered aft deck doubles as a versatile “toy shed,” capable of accommodating an impressive array of equipment and cargo, allowing any operation—whether recreational or professional—to run seamlessly. With the Windward, every voyage is a mission: a combination of precision, capability, and adventure, enabling teams and explorers to access remote waters in total comfort and safety, all while supporting the ongoing operations and sustainability initiatives of Beran Island.

A Capable Vessel

Surf Trip? Dive trip? Environmental survey? Inter island cargo? She’s a versatile and comfortable vessel in great condition.

The Windward has 2 dinghies and a Jet ski with rescue sled available if required. A Hiab seacrane to get equipment on and off the boat easily and quickly. Accommodation for a whole football team then some, a walk in coolroom, icy airconditioning and plenty of deckspace undercover and outside to rig up your gear and spread out. Windward comes with a fully qualified and seasoned crew.

Specifications

Vessel Type	Remote location Support , Diving , survey
Construction	Steel
Email	Starlink
Speed Cruising	8.5
Speed Maximum	9.5
Horsepower	550
Range	4,000 nm +
Endurance	30 days plus
Fuel Consumption	60hr
Fuel Capacity	40,000 litres
Potable Water	10,000
Tonnage	198 Tonnes
Draft	9 ft
Beam	21 ft

Vessel Safety Equipment

Liferafts	2 x 16 persons Survitec
Life rings	6
Life Jackets	20 +
Distress Beacon	Epirb
Fire Fighting systems	Various portable fire extinguishers CO2 engine room fire control System

Main Machinery & Equipment

Main Engine / Engine	Cummins KTA19
Gearbox	Twin Disc
Main Generator	Northern Lights 35kw
Auxiliary Generator	Northern Lights 16kw
Power Supply	240,415v
Watermakers	2
Derrick	Hiab Seacrane 6tonnes
Compressor	1 x Bauer HP compressor

Wheel House Equipment

Radar	Furuno x 2, 36mile
Autopilot	Coursemaster- new 2024
Echosounder	Furuno dual frequency displayed on plotters
Plotter	Furuno TZT2 15x 2 New 2024
Radio VHF	Icom x 2
Radio HF	Icom M710
Satellite Phone	Starlink
Ships Computer	Apple mac
AIS
Sart

Gallery Equipment

Microwave Oven
Gas Oven
Stove	Gas
Freezer	2 chest freezers on upper deck behind Wheelhouse
Refrigeration	Walk in Coolroom access from Galley, Glass front drink fridge on aft deck